... that some people have called trichotillomania. What Is Trichotillomania? Trichotillomania (pronounced: trik-oh-till-oh-MAY-nee- ... as 1 year old. Continue What Happens With Trichotillomania? People with trichotillomania pull hair out at the ...

... The medical term for severe hair pulling is trichotillomania.
People with trichotillomania pull hair on various parts of their bodies, ... clips, a hat, wig or scarf. People with trichotillomania are not able stop pulling their hair. As ...

Trichotillomania is hair loss from repeated urges to pull or twist the hair until it breaks off. ... Trichotillomania is a type of impulsive control disorder. Its causes are not clearly understood. It may affect ...